August 10, 2025

The India vs England five-match Test series ended in a thrilling draw, with Shubman Gill making his debut as India’s Test captain! After losing 1-2 in the series, India’s hopes depended on winning the final game — and boy, did they deliver in style. Before the series kicked off, India faced a big challenge: both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli decided to retire from Test cricket. This opened the door for a fresh generation to take charge. Gill grabbed the captain’s role, while Rishabh Pant stepped up as his energetic vice-captain. Gill didn’t just lead the team well; he smashed records too! He ended the series as the top run-getter, piling up a massive 754 runs. At Edgbaston, he even posted a thrilling double hundred and a century in the same match, proving he’s a leader who leads from the front. Karun Nair, who made his much-awaited comeback during this series, heaped praise on Gill’s captaincy. Talking to ESPNcricinfo, Nair said, “The way Shubman held everyone together and the encouragement he gave was great to see. He was crystal clear with his communication from the beginning. To achieve what he did as a batter, while also leading the team...as a leader, he exemplified the spirit of Gauti bhai.” But that’s not all! Nair also shared a powerful moment from the series — Rishabh Pant walking out to bat with a broken toe. “Then to see Rishabh walk out to bat with a broken toe - it was one of the moments of the series. It was astonishing for everyone to see. It told you what a great player he is, and more importantly, the person he is. That kind of exemplified the philosophy of the team. Of putting everything first for the team, it's not about individuals.” For Nair, the series was a mixed bag. While he scored 205 runs with a fifty, he felt he missed chances to shine bigger despite good starts. Still, his words beautifully highlight the team spirit that guided India through a roller-coaster series. This series marked a fresh dawn for Indian cricket. With Gill's steady captaincy and Pant's gutsy batting, the new generation showed they can handle pressure. Cricket fans can’t wait to see how this exciting chapter unfolds!

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